It’s that time of year again. Your medical certificate is expired, and it’s time to renew your medical certificate! Like most people, you may not know where to start and how to answer several medical questions regarding medical certificate renewal. Don’t worry. We’re here to help. This blog post will outline the steps you need to take to renew your medical certificate. We’ll also provide some helpful tips along the way. So don’t wait any longer. Let’s get started.
Submit a Recertification Application
The first step in renewing your medical certificate is to submit a recertification application. You can do it through the FAA’s website. The application will ask for several pieces of information, including your name, date of birth, and contact information.
It will also ask about your medical history and any medications you’re currently taking. Be sure to answer all the questions accurately and honestly. If there are any changes in your medical history, be sure to mention that on the application.
Take and Pass the CMA Certification Exam
The second step is to take and pass the CMA certification exam. The CMA certification exam is administered by the National Center for Aerospace and Transportation Technologies (NCATT). It’s a computer-based test covering several topics, including human factors, medical aspects of aviation, aircraft systems, and aeromedical physiology. To be eligible to take the exam, you must be a current A&P mechanic with at least 18 months of experience. If you don’t meet the eligibility requirements, you may want to consider attending an FAA-approved CMA training program. Once you’ve completed the program, you’ll be eligible to take the exam.
Consider Continuing Your Medical Education Online
The third step is to consider continuing your medical education online. Several courses are available that can help you stay up-to-date on the latest medical advancements in aviation. These courses can also help you prepare for the CMA certification exam.
If you’re not sure which path to take, we recommend checking out the FAA’s list of approved courses. However, if you think you don’t want to upgrade your medical education, that’s fine. Just move to the next step.
Recertify Online With Secure Payment Options
The fourth step is to recertify online with secure payment options. Nowadays, you can pay the recertification fee online. You can do this through the FAA’s website. Once you’ve completed the application, you can pay the recertification fee online with a credit card or debit card. You can also use a PayPal account. The website will provide you with several payment options. So be sure to choose the option that’s best for you.
Once you’ve completed all the steps, they will renew your medical certificate, and you’ll be able to continue flying safely. We hope this blog post has been helpful. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re here to help.